POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Adult Day Program Assistant

Department: Community Programs/ADP

Reports to: Community Programs Manager

Classification: Union

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Providing care to meet the physical, psychological, emotional, cultural, spiritual and social needs of the client within the policies and procedures of Copernicus Lodge.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Follow the standards of client care, involving clients wherever possible.
- Develop, plan, carry out, implement and evaluate quality activity programs specific to client needs as specified in the established Individual Program Plans (IPP’s).
- Meet the day program needs and expectations of the clients in accordance with the standards and guidelines set by the Ministry of Health Planning, Funding, and Accountability Policies and Procedures Manual for Long Term Care Services.
- Promote the philosophy and practices of client-centeredness, statement of purpose and humanizing in all client encounters and decisions.
- Respect and use sensitivity in spiritual, cultural and ethnic aspects of a client’s life when organizing and implementing programs.
- Ensure the safety and security of clients and the home.
- Maintain a wellness perspective.
- Support clients in achieving quality experiences: personal, social, emotional and cultural.
- Facilitate relationships between and among clients, relatives, staff and community.
- Seek opportunities for client participation in decisions that affect the client's rights and life style.
- Monitor and improve attitudes and behaviors of family and staff to ensure inclusion of clients in decisions regarding their individual program plan.
- Create opportunities for individuals to make choices and take action that will enhance the client’s sense of mastery.
- Promote and support the humanizing elements including pets, birds, plants, children, décor and programs into everyday life of clients.
- Create a comfortable and safe environment that provides opportunities for privacy, dignity, control and maintenance of personal lifestyle.
- Communicate with and support families in their involvement and participation.
- Ensure an environment with ambiance conducive to the provision and practice of therapeutically effective client care, yet is unobtrusive.




- Participate in Client Care Conferences with clients and families.
- Perform personal care assistance as required by clients including meal service.
- Maintain good Documentation and an Appropriate Recording System.
- Ensure the provision of client driven care, while ensuring that the Adult Day Program services are available to meet the needs of clients:
- Perform any other duties as required and/or assigned.

CORE GUIDING PRINCIPLES AND EXPECTATIONS:

- Every employee should understand and share in Copernicus Lodge’s Mission, support our Vision, and live our Values of: compassion, respect & dignity, integrity, excellence, and collaboration
- Abide by the home’s Zero Tolerance for Abuse and Neglect
- Compliance with our Whistleblowing Policy
- Comply with and support AODA – Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005
- Refrain from acts of gossip, bullying, or harassment
- Support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within the home
- Infection Prevention and Control – support and comply with IPAC policies within the home
- Occupational Health & Safety – all staff is expected to comply with all regulations under the act. This includes but is not limited to, adhering to health and safety guidelines around WHIMS, MSD, SDS guidelines, safe use of chemicals, safe lifting, reporting safety hazards, incident/injury or near miss incidents
- Promote safe work practices for self and others
- Compliance with Emergency Code procedures
- Customer Service-based approach when working with clients, families, visitors, contractors, or Ministry representatives.
- Maintain Privacy and Confidentiality
- Maintain professional boundaries with clients, families and visitors
- Cyber Security / Information Security – adhere to established IT and internet policies
- Complaints and Concerns – follow chain of command related to escalation of concerns
- Effective and effective use of supplies and equipment; reduce wastage

WORKING CONDITIONS:

- Walking, standing, bending




- Sitting - desk and computer work
- Ability to lift and reposition clients.
- Stress related to tight schedules and work deadlines

INTERNAL RELATIONS: As an employee of Copernicus Lodge, all staff members are expected to maintain open lines of communication, work respectfully, collaboratively, and collectively with co-workers, multidisciplinary team members, and the management team of the home to address and solve issues

EXTERNAL RELATIONS:

This position directly and frequently liaises with a variety of stakeholders including clients’ families, visitors, contracted service personnel, and Ministry of Long Term Care Compliance Inspectors to name a few. As front-line staff, you are representatives of the home and its corporate image and are expected to adhere to the home’s Code of Conduct at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A diploma/ certificate/ degree from an accredited college/university in Recreation Therapy or Activation Coordinator.

Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as Recreation Therapy Assistant or Activity Therapy Assistant in a long term care community program setting.

Courses in gerontology are required.

PSW diploma an asset

Excellent communication skills

Genuine interest to provide care and services to seniors

Able to provide good customer service; client -focused

Ability to work with individuals with different interests and opinions.

Ability to work independently and as part of Multidisciplinary Team.

Able to maintain confidentiality and privacy of information.

Energetic, motivated and have a good positive attitude.

Ability to work flexible hours.

Oral and written knowledge of the English language. Polish language is an asset.

Specialized training in Restorative, Behavior Management and Complex care is an asset.

Designation in horticulture or horticulture therapy from a recognized College or University is an asset.

A genuine interest and compassion for the elderly.

Computer literate in windows environment required.

Pay: $21.49-$28.22 per hour

Benefits

- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Language:
- Polish (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- PSW Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Adult Day Program Assistant- Part-Time (Toronto)
🏢 COPERNICUS LODGE
📍 Toronto